skrishna

skrishna, 1 year ago to space

#introduction

I write at the intersection of #space, #science, #tech, and pop culture (#scifi). I’m the host/writer of PBS’s YouTube show Far Out. I’ve got a book on stargazing coming out in 2023 and co-edited the Arthurian anthology SWORD STONE TABLE.

I have a Wired column where talk about #gaming as a parent. I contribute to #StarTrek dot com and co-host of the podcast Desi Geek Girls.

Other things I talk about: #scicomm #knitting #parenting #starwars #books

skrishna, 4 months ago to space

Tomorrow, watch Japan's attempt to land their SLIM spacecraft on the moon! The livestream link is below, and the landing will be at approximately 10:20 am ET on Friday, January 19. If they succeed, they will be the fifth country (U.S., Soviet Union, China, India) to accomplish this feat!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvXLt3ET9mE

#space #science

astro_jcm, 5 months ago to chile

The first 18 segments of the primary mirror of ESO's Extremely Large #Telescope have arrived safely to #Chile !

Our engineers at Paranal Observatory checked that they hadn't suffered any damage during their 10000 km trip from France.

The ELT's 39-m mirror will be comprised of 798 of these segments, working together as a gigantic eye on the sky.

https://www.eso.org/public/announcements/ann24001/

#astrodon #astronomy #space #engineering #technology

gavi, 5 months ago to random

Yall know any good blogs to follow
Could be tech, art, books (pls more book related blogs), idrc literally just something interesting to add to my RSS reader and engage with

Also yes this is an invite for self promotion if you want to

skrishna, 4 months ago to space

Here’s a final update to that Astrobotic Peregrine failed lunar lander mission: The spacecraft is heading back towards Earth today. #space #science #astrobotic #moon #womeninstem

Please enjoy the cursed thumbnail image of my mouth.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C2QOcuRuLA-/?igsh=NDVzMDN0N29yc2F5

skrishna, 5 months ago to space

Happy book birthday to OUR MOON: HOW EARTH’S CELESTIAL COMPANION TRANSFORMED THE PLANET, GUIDED EVOLUTION, AND MADE US WHO WE ARE by the amazing Rebecca Boyle, who I am so lucky to call a friend. This is one of my most anticipated books of the year, and I can’t wait to dive into this incredible book.

#space #science #moon

skrishna, 5 months ago to space

NASA announced a delay for the Artemis program yesterday, which are its missions to return humans to the surface of the moon. Here are the new dates, as well as why NASA made this decision.

#space #science #nasa #artemis #womeninstem

https://youtu.be/0QrvvWZrFJY

skrishna, 5 months ago to space

There's a NASA news conference today at 1:30 pm ET on the Artemis program. Rumor is that there will be a significant delay announced for Artemis 2, the first crewed mission of the program. The mission is currently scheduled for November 2024.

#space #nasa

skrishna, 5 months ago to space

The first private moon landing is over before it really began. Here's what's going on with Peregrine, which is Astrobotic's moon lander:

#space #science #stem

https://youtu.be/bZabKqScnbE

skrishna, 5 months ago to space

SpaceX Starlink satellites photobombed my northern lights photos in Iceland!

#space #science #spacex #astrodon #womeninstem

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hTnctQLCIk

skrishna, 5 months ago to space

Scientists using JWST snapped this stunning photo of the center of the Milky Way, and there are some intriguing mysteries hiding within it.

#space #science #jwst

https://youtu.be/PGEK4goB4Zc

lffontenelle, 5 months ago to random

hey look who's back!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/OALWoFus7Z4

skrishna, 6 months ago to random

I'm taking a break from space videos through the end of the year BUT I will be back in the new year with a lot more stuff!! I just needed to give myself some time off.

Loerwyn, 6 months ago to random

@skrishna Swapna! I started your Stargazing book today and it's a lovely little read. I love how you've opened it up to other cultures and I'm learning from that.
I'm going to have to look into the bit about the "dark side of the Moon", that sounded interesting.

skrishna, 7 months ago to science

I’m really excited to be working on a series of profiles of women in science for Wired , and the first one is up.

Beauty science is underrated, and I so appreciate Michelle Wong's beauty science breakdowns, mythbusting, and sunscreen recommendations. Scicomm on social media is hard and she does it SO WELL:

https://www.wired.com/story/women-in-science-michelle-wong/

#science #stem #womeninstem

skrishna, 7 months ago to knitting

Hanging out on sleeve island for awhile #knitting @knitting

skrishna, 7 months ago to space

JWST took this STUNNING photo of the Crab Nebula, and it's helping scientists learn more about its origins. Here's more over at my YouTube channel:

#space #science #scicomm #jwst

https://youtu.be/UBNqWTNv0ig

skrishna, 7 months ago to space

Weird, mysterious structures within the Earth’s mantle may be remnants of another planet #space #science #scicomm #womeninstem

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4J_r0f0-Zs

skrishna, 7 months ago to science

Guess what — I am guest hosting Science Friday this week along with amazing producer Kathleen Davis, and we have some fascinating stories to bring you! Don’t forget to listen this afternoon

#soace #science #scicomm #womeninstem

skrishna, 7 months ago to science

Do you listen to Science Friday? If so, you might hear a familiar voice this week — I’m guest hosting!! Gearing up for a day of recording. #science #scicomm